To arms, hero of Calvary!
Lift high your bright-red shield;
For sin and dread – as you can see –
By force would have me yield.
In righteous ire your sword outstretch
‘Gainst those who you defy!
Hurl from the light – and me, poor wretch –
Such foes before I die.
Safe in your hand I then will view
My death without dismay;
And my saved spirit offer you
On its now unmade clay.
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Oh Lord! rest and relief vouchsafe;
Though if you would chastise me,
Teach me endurance – prayer – and faith,
Let my heart CHRIST suffice me.
(Johannes Ewald)
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